Tasting Notes : Versatility in a glass

I have done quite a few Nebbiolo tasting notes in the past and it is clearly the most prestigious varietal in the Piemonte region. However it is far from being the most planted. That honor belongs to the Barbera grape which makes versatile, affordable wines. There are 2 DOCG appellations for Barbera wines : Barbera del Monferrato Superiore and Barbera d’Asti, centered on the town of Asti.

Eye

Clear

Low to medium minus intensity

Ruby in color

Nose

Clean

Medium plus intensity

Developing

Aromas

Red fruit, red cherries

Red fruit, strawberries

Nut fruit, cola nut

Palate

Dry

Acidity medium plus

Tannins low to medium minus

Alcohol med minus

Body med minus

Flavor intensity med minus

Length medium

Flavors

Red fruit, redcurrant

Red fruit, tart cherries

Black fruit, blackberries

Hint of smoke, very faint

Conclusion

Quality : acceptable

Price category : mid-price

Ready to drink

A little underwhelming in terms of body and intensity, but as advertised a versatile wine that would go well with many Italian dishes.